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Algo Trading Developer - Java

McGregor Boyall

Posted on Jun 9, 2025 by McGregor Boyall
City, London, United Kingdom
IT
Immediate Start
£110k - £130k Annual
Full-Time

Algo Trading Developer - Global Financial Technology Leader

Up to £130k base salary | Permanent | Hybrid Working | Central London

I'm working with a world-leading financial technology organisation to find a highly capable Algo Trading Developer. My client is at the forefront of algorithmic trading and seeking a talented developer to join their Global Trading Technology team.

The Opportunity

You'll be building next-generation trading platforms that connect global equity markets, working on cutting-edge algorithms that minimize market impact while maximising execution quality for institutional clients. This is a chance to work with some of the brightest minds in quantitative finance on systems that process billions in daily trading volume.

What You'll Be Building

  • Low latency algorithmic trading platforms handling Real Time market data
  • Smart order routing systems and execution algorithms for global equity markets
  • Quantitative models and analytical trading signals
  • High-availability trading infrastructure serving institutional clients worldwide
  • Backend systems supporting equities, futures, and listed derivatives trading

What They Needs

  • Expert-level Java development with strong object-oriented design principles
  • Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering
  • Hands-on experience building trading systems (execution algorithms, risk trading, smart routing)
  • Deep understanding of equity market microstructure and institutional trading workflows
  • Proven ability to implement quantitative models and perform statistical analysis
  • Front Office collaboration experience - you'll work directly with trading teams
  • Strong focus on performance optimization, testing, and system reliability

Highly Valued Experience

  • Trading strategy development (benchmark tracking, liquidity seeking, dark pool algorithms)
  • Low latency messaging platforms (Solace, 29West)
  • Event-driven programming and publish/subscribe architectures
  • Agile development methodologies

About Them

A truly global organisation operating from 60+ offices across 27 countries, with over 150 years of market expertise. You'll join 5,000+ professionals working collaboratively to deliver innovative liquidity and data solutions that power the world's financial markets.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior developer looking to make their mark in algorithmic trading. Please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.


Reference: 2961871953

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McGregor Boyall

Algo Trading Developer - Java

McGregor Boyall

Posted on Jun 9, 2025 by McGregor Boyall

City, London, United Kingdom
IT
Immediate Start
£110k - £130k Annual
Full-Time

Algo Trading Developer - Global Financial Technology Leader

Up to £130k base salary | Permanent | Hybrid Working | Central London

I'm working with a world-leading financial technology organisation to find a highly capable Algo Trading Developer. My client is at the forefront of algorithmic trading and seeking a talented developer to join their Global Trading Technology team.

The Opportunity

You'll be building next-generation trading platforms that connect global equity markets, working on cutting-edge algorithms that minimize market impact while maximising execution quality for institutional clients. This is a chance to work with some of the brightest minds in quantitative finance on systems that process billions in daily trading volume.

What You'll Be Building

  • Low latency algorithmic trading platforms handling Real Time market data
  • Smart order routing systems and execution algorithms for global equity markets
  • Quantitative models and analytical trading signals
  • High-availability trading infrastructure serving institutional clients worldwide
  • Backend systems supporting equities, futures, and listed derivatives trading

What They Needs

  • Expert-level Java development with strong object-oriented design principles
  • Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering
  • Hands-on experience building trading systems (execution algorithms, risk trading, smart routing)
  • Deep understanding of equity market microstructure and institutional trading workflows
  • Proven ability to implement quantitative models and perform statistical analysis
  • Front Office collaboration experience - you'll work directly with trading teams
  • Strong focus on performance optimization, testing, and system reliability

Highly Valued Experience

  • Trading strategy development (benchmark tracking, liquidity seeking, dark pool algorithms)
  • Low latency messaging platforms (Solace, 29West)
  • Event-driven programming and publish/subscribe architectures
  • Agile development methodologies

About Them

A truly global organisation operating from 60+ offices across 27 countries, with over 150 years of market expertise. You'll join 5,000+ professionals working collaboratively to deliver innovative liquidity and data solutions that power the world's financial markets.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior developer looking to make their mark in algorithmic trading. Please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

Reference: 2961871953

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